Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup

5 (25) 10h Free cancellation

Overview

Explore the 8000-year history of Plovdiv with ruins from the Roman times, beautiful Revival architecture and cozy restaurants in Kapana district. Enjoy breathtaking views from Asen’s Fortress, perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Visit the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and see the miraculous icon of Virgin Mary. Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.

What's included

  • Transport with minivan or car
  • Entrance fee to House-Museum Hindliyan, Plovdiv
  • Entrance fee to Asen's fortress
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Travel time from Sofia to Plovdiv is about 1h and 45 min

    1h 45m

  2. Explore the 8000-year history of one of the oldest cities in the world Plovdiv. Travel through the ages just in one day.

    1h

  3. Ruins of the old village and fortress where the ancient city was founded 4000 years BC.

    20 min

  4. The building of the museum was built in 1847 and is a stunning masterpiece from Bulgarian Revival period. The museum keeps one of the biggest collections of Bulgarian cultural heritage.

    15 min

  5. The house of Stepan Hindliyan is one of the few houses in Plovdiv which has preserved its original symmetric design from the Revival period.

    20 min

  6. One of the best preserved ancient Roman theaters. It was built in the 1st century.

    20 min

  7. Area with cozy restaurants and cafes.

    1h

  8. The fortress played an important role in defending the route from the Aegean Sea to Thrace. It is perched on top of a hill in the beautiful Rhodope Mountains and reveals breathtaking views.

    30 minAdmission included

  9. The second largest monastery in Bulgaria with one of the oldest iconostasis in the country and the miraculous icon of the Virgin Mary.

    30 min

  10. Travel time from Bachkovo monastery to Sofia is about 2 hours and 20 minutes.

    2h 20m

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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